Chikaras
Chikaras is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chipurpal is the gram panchayat of Chikaras village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikaras unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Chikaras’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikaras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikaras is 450604. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Chikaras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikaras village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikaras
Population of Chikaras
According to the 2011 Census, Chikaras has a total population of about 144, with approximately 69 males and 75 females. The sex ratio is around 1086 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 96. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.86%, with male literacy at about 42.03% and female literacy near 18.67%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikaras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Connectivity of Chikaras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikaras. As per the 2011 stats, Chikaras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikaras
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikaras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikaras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikaras
- Where is Chikaras located?
- Chikaras village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikaras?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikaras is Chipurpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikaras?
- The pincode of Chikaras is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikaras is 144, with 69 males and 75 females.
- How many households are there in Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikaras village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikaras is 29.86%. The male literacy rate is 42.03%, while the female literacy rate is 18.67%.